Stratton St Margaret Parish Council in Swindon is holding its popular Stratton Festival on Saturday 22 July, on the back field behind Grange Leisure.
The festival, now in its fifth year, will be free for all to attend, kicking off at midday. Throughout the day there will be various attractions including a dog show by Drove Vets, live music, dance performances, craft stalls, beer and cider tent, Zumba sessions, circus performers, balloon modelling, face painting, football tournaments and much more.
Stratton Festival’s main objective is to bring the community together and to celebrate all that’s great about living in the area. This popular event brings more than 5,000 people together every year, helping to raise money and awareness for local community groups and charities.
The children activities this year include Twistina and Twistopher, a couple who specialise in balloon modelling, circus acts and face painter. Also, George Scarott’s Fun Fair will be making a special appearance with a bungee run.
As in previous years, food is a huge part of the Stratton Festival and the events team have worked their magic with local suppliers to provide an array of foods from burgers, noodles, curries, fudge stand, ice creams and a waffle company.
The main stage is full from 12pm with Swindon Majorettes opening the show and ending with live music from Kova Me Badd.
If any charities, musicians, community groups, volunteers or local businesses would like to get involved with the event, email Jo or Emily via: events@strattonstmargaret.gov.uk